TAURUS (April 20-May 20). You wouldn't mind if a certain relationship would develop a little more quickly, but pushing won't help. Back off and let the other person come to you.

GEMINI (May 21-June 21). Love begins in the weirdest places. Laundromats, car-repair shops, standing in line at the post office.

CANCER (June 22-July 22). A project is inching along. You have what it takes to go all the way, but for now, pay attention to each small step.

LEO (July 23-Aug. 22). You wanted recognition, and now you'll get it. You may find that someone is quoting you. Other forms of publicity are highlighted, too.

VIRGO (Aug. 23-Sept. 22). Idle hands might be the devil's workshop, but busy feet tire quickly. Pamper yourself a little.

LIBRA (Sept. 23-Oct. 23). The bad news in the big world won't touch you today. Autumn trees are exploding, pumpkin lattes are steaming, and children's laughter lightens your heart.

SCORPIO (Oct. 24-Nov. 21). Though you choose to be around people who also have depth and a strong sense of purpose, don't expect them to automatically know what you're about.

SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 22-Dec. 21). Sharp thinking is your astral gift.

You'll continue on a streak of brilliance. Most of your ideas are good and can be easily adopted.

CAPRICORN (Dec. 22-Jan. 19). If you were a racecar driver, you would have just lapped the competition. You are brave without being reckless.

AQUARIUS (Jan. 20-Feb. 18). Sometimes a significant life change comes because someone was wearing wingtips instead of flip-flops. Don't miss your opportunity.

PISCES (Feb. 19-March 20). Specializing in everything - that's an oxymoron, but not with you. You simply have a knack for getting the hang of things quickly.

TODAY'S BIRTHDAY (Nov. 9). Though you won't seek fame, it will find you this year. Your stellar reputation will lead to the fulfillment of other wishes, too - your job is to know what you really want. You have impressive executive abilities, and you'll be using them through the next eight weeks to organize a mission or get a project off the ground. Taurus and Libra people adore you. Your lucky numbers are: 30, 1, 54, 24 and 19.

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